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    COMMEMORATION DAY OF ST. VARTAN THE CAPTAIN AND COMPANIONS

    Aysor
    Feb 11 2010
    Armenia

    Today Armenian Apostolic Church marks the commemoration day of St.

    Vartan the Captain and Companions.

    The Feast of St. Vartan the Captain and his 1036 Companions marks
    their martyrdom 1551 years ago in the battle of Avarayr, fighting for
    the freedom of conscience and religion for the Armenian Nation. It was
    to be the first testimony of many to follow that the Armenians were a
    people who freely chose Christ, remained steadfast in their Christian
    faith, and would not betray that faith for any ransom. "Vartanants"
    as it is commonly called, is one of the most sacred feasts of the
    Armenian people.

    In the Armenian Church, the Feast day of St. Vartan the Captain
    and Companions is also celebrated as the Naming Day of His Holiness
    Karekin II. To mark the occasion, at the conclusion of Divine Liturgy,
    a Pontifical Prayer is offered before the Holy Altar of Descent.

    From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress
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